Universe Simplified Foundation

Inspires students through hands-on STEM education, fostering innovation and critical thinking to address real-life challenges

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2013

Universe Simplified is dedicated to making STEM education accessible to all, envisioning a world where education empowers students and communities to Read morefind innovative solutions for real-life challenges. It addresses the limitations of the current rote learning-based education system by establishing Innovation Hubs within schools. Its curriculum focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), while its approach promotes hands-on learning, inquiry-driven exploration, and collaboration among students. Through these efforts, Universe Simplified aims to cultivate innovation and problem-solving skills, encourage the application of science and technology to real-life situations, foster clearer concepts and increased curiosity, and enhance self-confidence among students. It values compassion, inclusivity, environmental care, integrity, ownership, and innovation, fostering a space where individuals can think differently, challenge conventions, embrace failure, and persist in their pursuit of knowledge and growth.

Demographies Served

Programs

  • USF STEM Fellowship Programme

    District

    The USF STEM Fellowship is an immersive two-year programme where fellows work as STEM educators in under-resourced rural village schools. It aims to provide equal opportunities for inquiry-driven STEM education to students in Government schools. Fellows facilitate hands-on STEM workshops, execute programme operations, and work on innovative local projects. It engages with stakeholders, train interns, and receive training in inquiry-driven curriculum, programme execution, and technical skills. The fellowship offers a monthly stipend and is open to passionate individuals interested in the education sector and excited about science and technology. The selection process involves an online application, a technical round, and a final interview at its field office.

  • STEM Projects

    District

    Universe Simplified provides a platform for STEM projects aimed at encouraging scientific thinking. It offers a range of basic science experiments and small projects related to topics such as environment, sustainability, and Earth and Space. Projects like building a balloon car, solar fan, Newton's boat, and more are featured, using simple materials. These hands-on projects not only enhance children's practical knowledge but also motivate them to explore and learn about science, the environment, and their surroundings.

Leadership Team

  • Meera Rathod

    Programme Director

  • Henna Khan

    Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Anuj Bhagwati

    Member - Board of Advisors

  • Kashyap Shah

    Mentor

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    6-20

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AACCU1254F

  • Registration ID

    U80902MH2017NPL298295

  • 12A

    AACCU1254FE2017701

  • 80G

    AACCU1254FF2019101

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    604/A, Akanksha Towers, Kalyan Complex, Versova, Andheri (West), Mumbai, 400061

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)